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Disbelief. How did this happen?? I know each of us and many of you are asking your self this same question. In the last week we have all experienced a range of emotions from tragic horror to hope to complete humility and now to an assurance that God is the true giver and taker of life.

Little Preslee went back home today to the God who gave her life.

She was an angel sent here for us. An angel that has taught us about the miracles around us each and every day. When we think of what she accomplished in 1 week we begin to cry. She rebuilt testimonies, she introduced people to the gospel, she even saved a complete stranger’s marriage. Us, like many of you wonder why things had to turn out this way. With the hundreds and thousands of prayers offered up in her behalf and the complete faith we had for her to receive a miracle…why did this have to be?

One thing we have learned….that in the end all we have to really give is our will.

Elder Neal A. Maxwell rightly said: “The submission of one’s will is really the only uniquely personal thing we have to place on God’s altar. The many other things we ‘give’ … are actually the things He has already given or loaned to us.”

We love each of you so much! She and you have taught us so much this past week. Our fasts were sincere and our little children fasted with purpose and a sincere heart with real faith. We have loved each other just a little more, hugged eachother a little tighter, and have had sunk deep into our hearts of what really matters in life. Thanks for sharing your feelings and helping us so very much! We are so sorry for your great loss! Our hearts go out to you. We love and care for you and your entire family so very much! Much love to you!Jared and Katie Sommer and family

Patrick, Ashley and family,Our thoughts and prayers continue for you as we mourn with you for the loss of Little Preslee. We love you, and thank you for your righteous examples as disciples of Jesus Christ.

I'm so sorry. You've done so much to help so many this week by allowing others to know the miracle that is Preslee. I hope you can feel the many prayers and faith in your behalf from the army of souls your daughter has touched. We love you.

I found your story through The Idea Room yesterday. As a complete stranger to you, I have cried with you, prayed for you, and hoped for a miracle along with you. I have checked your blog all day waiting for an update. What a sweet family you have with inspiring faith and courage! I will continue to pray for you to find peace and comfort during this time! Your Preslee has truly touched me as a mother and a daughter of our Heavenly Father. Stay strong, HE is with you both and holding her in HIS arms now!

I know I am a complete stanger, but I want you to know thay my thoughts and prayers have been w/ your sweet little family. I can only imagine what you are going through. You are such an amazing family with such a strong testimony. I know that you will be with your sweet Preslee again. She is indeed a little angel. Your little one has made me not want to take life for granted, because you never know when it will end .

I'm so sorry for your profound loss. Little Preslee has been on my mind constantly since first hearing her heart wrenching story. I know she is in God's arms and will forever remain your sweet angel. My heart aches for you. Your story has forever touched our lives. xoxo

I have been following your journey very closely. I am so sorry that you will have to endure this life without your sweet baby girl. I am thankful she was able to pass and is no longer hurting from this life. May angels be near you and your family through this tragic time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your strength and love for the gospel carry you through these difficult times.

I am so sorry for your loss. You guys are such an example and I look up to you in so many ways. Just remember she isn't in pain anymore, she is in heaven teaching her future brothers and sisters all about you and the world that they are going to enter. I wish you both the best, and a peace amongst your soul. My family will continue to pray for your family. We love you guys,Ray, Paige and Daxton

Patrick and Ashley,We are haven't met, but my husband and I are in your ward. We are so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing Preslee's story. She has touched more people in her short time here than most of us will. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with your family. God bless.-Daniel and Justine Clifford

We mourn with you at the lost of your sweet little Preslee but we thank you for showing us the faith and courage that we all need to have in our Savior Jesus Christ. Preslee was truely born of goodly parents and will never forget the unwavering faith that her parents showed her and our Savior. Our prayers and thoughts will continue to be with you. God Bless.

I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. Preslee must have been one amazing little spirit! I feel honored to have gotten to know the strength of your family and feel of your deep faith through your blog. May our Heavenly Father cradle you all in His hands as you begin to deal with your new reality. *hugs*

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so grateful to know that families are forever, as I know yours will be too. What a precious little angel you have, may the Lord comfort and sustain you during this terrible trial.

Add mine to one of thousands of lives changed as i watched you endure this trial. much love and prayers sent your way as you deal with this loss.

I saw this quote on someone's blog who lost a loved one and thought it might bring you some comfort.

"Death is nothing at all. I have only slipped away to the next room. I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, that we still are. Call me by my familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference in your tone, wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was, let it be spoken without effort, without the trace of a shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight: I am waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner. 'All is well." Canon Henry Scott-Holland

I am so sorry. What a sweet little angel your Preslee is. I know Heavenly Father will take care of her until you see her again. I am so happy we have the gospel and that we know that families are forever. Lean on the Lord. He will be with you.

I am SO SO sorry for your loss, I cant imagine what you all are going through. Working at PCMC I see children pass away all too often and it never gets easier. She is such a beautiful little girl, I hope you can find some peace in knowing she is in heaven watching over you....

I'm so sorry for the two of you and your Families. What a special little spirit. She has touched so many people who didn't know her, including myself. You are such special people. I'm sure she is a huge spirit on the other side. She came long enough to get a body and to be a sweet hug from Heaven. I'm so thankful for your story and the plan of Salvation. Thank you for keeping updates, I feel like she is my own. We will continue to pray for you and your Families. I hope you may feel peace.

I can't begin to express how sorry I am. I can't imagine what you are going through. I can't imagine the pain of losing a child. I just want to thank you for being so strong. My testimony has been strengthened immensely through reading about your beautiful family and your precious baby girl. Thankfully you have the understanding that families are forever and that you will be able to raise her after this life. I'm truly sorry for your loss. May God bless you and may you find peace.

My heart reaches out to your family. I truly ache for your loss and I am in awe of your unshaken faith and love for God and His plan. My God bless you both for the wonderful example you have been during this trial. Reading your blog has made me want to be a better person, and for that I could not be more grateful. You are not alone...sending love from our home to yours- The Crane's

I have been waiting by the computer all day today, possibly knowing the outcome. She definitely changed my life and it will never be the same. My dad called me today to see how I was doing... because I have been struggling all week with this, and he gave me words of comfort and left me feeling a little bit better. Ashley and Patrick.... I will be thinking about you everyday and I will never stop praying for you to have strenth and feel of our Heavenly Fathers love! I love you girl... I will always be in touch! Your forever friend,with much love,Jenna

We are so sorry for your loss. She truly is an angel and our testimonies of eternal families have definitely been strengthened through your family. Your sweet Preslee has touched our lives for good. Thank you for sharing your story and we will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

I am saddened for your tragedy and will pray God's peace over your family during this time. Preslee is a beautiful darling and I am certain she was welcomed into Heaven with much Glory for all the lives she has touched for Him. Rest in that as you walk forward. She will always be near you. You are beautiful people in the Lord and may He comfort and keep you as He promises He will.

So very sorry for the loss of this sweet spirit. I pray that this trial will bring you closer to each other and to the Lord. I pray along with thousands of others that you willbe comforted and strengthened, and i thank you for the reminder to take advantage of the little times in life with our children. Hold on and stay strong.

I have been following your story for the past few days, and have been keeping Preslee in my heart, thoughts and prayers. My heart is breaking hearing the news, and I am truly sorry for your loss. As a mother of two little girls, I can only imagine the depth of sorrow this must feel like. Know that there are so many of us out there who will still be keeping your family in our hearts. Thank you for allowing us to get to know your sweet family and to hear of your strong testimonies and faith.

I can't imagine what you have been going through. Your little girl was such an angel and I'm sure you miss her very much. What a blessing your testimonies in your Savior are. We will keep you in our prayers even though we have never met.

SO, SO, SO, SORRY! I had such hope that today would just be better...and in a way I suppose it is. She is out of pain and she is being cradled by angels and her loving Heavenly Father. With the deep pain I feel in my chest for this lil' girl I didn't know and parents I didn't know I pray today and many more days beyond for your continued help and strength.

I am now in love with "Preslee" and may be having a lil "preslee" of my own someday. And your lil girl will always be in my memory even if I never met her. She was such a beautiful...perfect being.

May you continue to feel this strong as the days move forward and your arms ache to hold her. She was blessed to have your family...that mommy, that daddy...just amazing and courageous people.

This message is for Pat. I am a father myself and I couldn't imagine the nightmare you are going through at this time. Every time i look at your pictures it just kills me inside. If you need any help with anything at all email me at rayandmckell@gmail.com.

I have shed many tears today for your family Sidd. Now she truly is an angel and I know she will still be very close to you. She will be near you to comfort you and to give you a different kind of love from above. I am so sorry for your loss and I can't even imagine how you must be feeling. These songs on your blog are so sweet and they make me think of your sweet daughter. I am so glad that you got to spend one last week with your daughter in your arms. I can't express how much I feel for you all and I hope you will receive the comfort and strength that you need to carry on. I love you Sidd.

We continue to pray for you in Virginia, we are praying for your comfort and for peace for you in this difficult time. Your sweet daughter has touched people all over the country and now she has her angel wings. Sending much love and prayer from VA.

I can't seem to see the screen through the tears but I know which keys I'm typing...I want you to know my heart is so full for you both, and your families and friends going through this. You are right, there is a plan and a purpose for everyone here on this earth, and the Lord KNOWS what he is doing. We may not know in the moment, why things are happening the way they are, but I have the faith and testimony that you will see your daughter again. Thank you for having the courage to post. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

my heart goes out to you guys. I'm grateful for the knowledge of the gospel to know that you will see sweet Preslee again. I can't even imagine how deep your pain is, but try to find hope in that truth. You will see her again. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your sweet baby girl. Your story has touched me deeply, and I have had you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can find some peace and know that one day you will be with her again.

Preslee will always be an angel to me, an answer to my prayers. I hope she will meet my Baby Shane as they do the Lords work. Hard days are ahead, but miracles are yet to be seen by you...they will testify of her presence with you! I love you so very much....I ache with you and weep with you now! All my love--crystal

Thank you for sharing your little Preslee and your story with us all. I don't know you or your sweet daughter personaly, but I feel like I do. Thank you for strengthening my testimony and for reminding me to slow down and love what is most important. Sometimes it is at the cost of someone else that we remember that the dishes, laundry, and house work can wait. May you feel the arms of a loving Heavenly Father carrying you thru the hard times that lay ahead. Preslee is there with you now to comfort you as well.With love and prayers,The Thomson FamilyTerreton ID

You once again have changed my life as I have watched you and pat endure this trial, my faith has grown to an amount I have never reached before. Preslee is a miracle because she has created more miracles in 1 week than some of us will ever create in a life time. You will always have an angel watching over you and pat and directing you where you must go in life. I can only sit and cry but I know I must get up and be the example like Preslee was to the world. I love you guys and you have changed my life for the better, again. Thank You... Preslee we love you and pray for your mommy and daddy to have the strength and faith to get through this as many of us would never be able to.Love, Beckstrand's

I have been praying for your family and will continue to do so. I am so sorry for loss and pray that you will be comforted in your time of need. May you feel the comforting love of Heavenly Father's arms around you in this time

My deepest sympathy to your family at this time. I found your blog via a friend on facebook, and although I didn't know you, I prayed my heart out for your little girl. God needed another angel, so He called her home. It hurts here for those left behind, but you can find peace that she is with Him.

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart breaks for you and Pat at this time!

How wonderful for forever families! I am so grateful that you and Pat were given a week of sacred and special moments with Preslee before she left. I don't know if I ever told you this, but my parents lost their first baby, a little girl as well. Although I never knew my big sister, I think of her often and consider her my guardian angel. That is how Preslee will be for you and your future children-- their guardian angel! What a special thought to know that your little girl was perfect. A beautiful, perfect child that did not need to stay on earth anymore at this time.

She will forever be a part of your home and family! Please know how deeply touched and sorry I am.

Hi Pat and Ashley. This is Matt Marcum from Rexburg and I just want to say how deeply I have been touched by your strength as well as Preslees.Once I heard about this for some reason it weighed heavy in my heart. You and Preslee have constantly been in my prayers. Im sorry things ended this way but I know you take comfort that she is now surrounded by loving arms. I will continue to pray for your family.

You amaze me! I sit and read this blog in awe of your faith! I have 2 little girls that are just 2 months older than your dear daughter and a son and daughter that are exactly a year older than her. I am not sure if I would have as much strength and faith as you. I only wish I did..you are amazing and I do have faith in this..you three will be together again! I know that is probably not much of a comfort at this time, but my prayers are strongly with you!

I am so incredibly sorry for your great loss. Thank you for sharing your faith with so many of us. I can not believe what I read when I checked in for an update on sweet Preslee...cannot fathom your disbelief and pain right now. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Again, I am so sorry. May you be lifted up in prayer and in knowing that Preslee's life was not in vain. She had an incredible impact, even for those of us not fortunate enough to personally know her.

I feel for you. I have been thinking how great it is that Our Father In Heavans family all from over the wolrd, have been able to come together because of Preslee. I am so glad for you that you had this week to hold you wee one more, and tell her of your love more. Before she returned to our heavanly home. A blessing in among the sadness. Look for the blessings. Love each other, hold onto each other. WE will pray for you. You ae not alone. Jenni and James

Ashley and Patrick,We want you to know how much you and your little angel Preslee have touched our hearts and changed us for the better. We mourn with you at this time and will continue to pray for you. What a blessing it is to have the gospel in our lives and to know that families are forever. We love you. You are amazing.Bryant and Rachel

I just found your blog about 2hrs ago when I saw someone mention a prayer request. I will pray that the pain of losing your beautiful daughter is minimal and that she dances and sings with the Lord now.

My heart goes out to your amazing family who has such great faith and AMAZING strength! I do not know your family, but want you to know that I have been following your blog the past few days. I learned of your story thru a prayer chain in Texas. You have touched my heart in every way!! I know that God will take you every step of the way thru this unimaginable and difficult time! My prayers are still with you.

Thank you for sharing this deeply person and sacred experience with us. Preslee has taught me so much about the power of prayer and fasting, and that when we unite in a righteous purpose, great things can happen. A miracle did happen, it was your ability to recognize and accept that it was time for Preslee to go. You are an amazing example to me of strength and faith. We will continue to keep you in our prayers, and may Heavenly Father continue to bring you peace and comfort as you moarn the loss of your beautiful baby girl. The Call FamilyRexburg, ID

Patrick and Ashley--I can't begin to imagine what you must be going through. That would be the hardest thing to deal with. I'm very sorry for your loss. I am so glad that you were able to prepare a bit and have some closure with your daughter. You mentioned earlier that you felt she was staying on this earth just for you. Not that this will bring any comfort, but I had a dream once that my son and I were in a car accident. We both went to Heaven, but once we got there we were told that I had to go back to earth. I didn't want to leave--I wanted to stay with him--he needed me. I will never forget his peace and assurance to me that his work was done, and that he would be just fine. He told me that my other children needed me and that he would be watching over us always. He again told me that he loved me, and that everything would be okay. I don't know why I had that dream, but I woke up with the warmest feeling knowing that if anything ever should happen to one of my children, they would be watched over and would be happy with our Heavenly Father, and that I would be okay. You two will be blessed with other children, and they will need you to be strong. Preslee is going to the most wonderful place she could possibly go. I know that it doesn't make it any easier, but look at how many lives she touched in just a short time. What a great work she did while she was here. Thank you so much for sharing her story with the world. We love you guys and will continue to keep you in our prayers.--Lacy

We just want to add to the comments that have already been made. We love your little Preslee and she has had a profound impact on my life. She truly is an Angel and I know she will be waiting for you on the other side. The veil will be a bit thinner for you and I know you will feel her presence throughout your lives. What a great example of love, faith, gratitude, testimony, and humility you have been to thousands of people. God will be with you and sustain you and bear your burdens. With love, the Blaus

I am truly sorry for your great loss. Thank you for sharing your story. We have been praying for you and will continue to pray for you. We have been touched by your strength and testimonies- thanks for sharing and allowing your story to change so many lives for the better

I am so terribly sorry. In hearing Preslee's story (Courtney Kendrick posted it on her facebook wall) I have been taught about the power of prayer and that miracles can happen. So many people have come to the Lord in hearing about Preslee and those are miracles. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers as you mourn.

"The Lord compensates the faithful for every loss. That which is taken away from those who love the Lord will be added unto them in His own way. While it may not come at the time we desire, the faithful will know that every tear today will eventually be returned a hundredfold with tears of rejoicing and gratitude."

My heart aches for you and your family. As hundreds of others have said, you have been in my thoughts and prayers since hearing about your story. I too have been awaiting an update today. Your faith and testimonies are amazing examples. Please stay strong. How blessed we are to know that families are forever. You'll continue to be in my prayers.

I have been literally bawling reading this news. I have been pleading in my prayers that the outcome would be different. I don't even know your family but I feel so personally affected and devastated by this tragedy. Your daughter is truly angelic, such a beautiful, perfect, little girl. Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your family. I pray now that you will have peace and understanding and that you will know of God's Love for your and your family. It shows the true character of you both as parents to have been blessed with such an angelic spirit - who only needed her body for a little bit and who's spirit is so perfect, she is already guaranteed eternal life. How grateful I am to know that you will be with her again. I truly wish you both the best.

My heart is breaking for your loss but also filled with joy that we have the blessings of temples and that you were sealed to your sweet baby girl for time and all eternity, that you will be reunited with her again, our Heavenly Father is so loving to give us that gift. I thank you guys for strengthening my testimony and showing me what love and faith can do. You are truly an example to me and my family! lots of love to you and peace as you are going through this time of your life.

We all have been truly "changed for the good." May angels put their loving arms around you. She is now with Christ and her family. Those who have gone before her. Those who will soon join your family.Families truly are Forever, this I know for sure.All Our LoveTrent & Lori and family

We are so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine the pain you have felt through all of this. You must understand and I'm sure you already do.. Your little Preslee is one of our Heavenly Fathers most valiant spirits. She came to this earth and she fulfilled his plan for her. She has changed so many lives and she will continue to do so while she is with our Heavenly Father waiting to be reunited with you and Pat. Ashley I think the world of you and Pat. Your family has changed me for the better. I know Preslee loves you and she will miss you. For her it will only feel like you have been apart only a few seconds, but I know it will feel much longer for you. How bitter sweet it is to know that Preslee no longer has to suffer in this world. She never had to feel a majority of the horrible things we all are here to experience. She truly is a very special child of God. She's perfect, simply perfect. How wonderful to know that you have a perfect beautiful child in the presence of our Heavenly Father. He is proud of you for the tough decisions you've had to make. We mourn with you're family and pray that you can feel God's love for both you and Pat. My heart truly is breaking for you. Ashley I know I don't understand how you feel but I am ALWAYS here for you. Heavenly Father loves your family and he has many more wonderful blessing in store for you and your sweet little Preslee. I pray you will feel the comfort and love that you need to continue on. You will forever be in my prayers. I love you Sidd!

To say my heart is with you guys isn't quite a enough, but I will also say that Preslee has changed more lives in in one week, in my case one day, than any of us might do in a lifetime. Your strength amazes me and your testimonies have strengthened mine! Thank you, and may God be with you in this difficult time!

Isn't having a blog like this an absolute blessing not only to you for the love, support, and prayers, but for so, so many of us out here that came across you and your story? Your family is so amazing and I wish I could have met your daughter. I am truly sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the true depth of pain you are feeling but I am so glad you both know there are eternal families. Like you said in the blog, your daughter and your trials have given others perspective in their lives. You make me so thankful for the the life of my daughter that I almost lost when she was first born. Bless you both and I hope you can continue to feel strength from our Heavenly Father and really, the entire state of Idaho! Your blog is being shared by so many.

I have walked this walk. It's a tough one. My sweet Nathan went to Heaven in March 2008 after a 25 day fight in the CTICU.

You guys are not alone. There's a whole community of us "bloggers" that are walking this path together. I know how relieved I felt to meet people that "got it" and understood me and I want you to know that we are out here.

As a mother of a 14 month old, I can't even begin to imagine the roller coaster of emotions you have gone through this past week. I have prayed for your family and little Preslee since learning about your story and it breaks my heart that you didn't get a happy ending. Without ever meeting either of you, I know you are both amazing parents, and will continue to be even though Preslee isn't in your arms anymore!We are still thinking and praying for you, Amber, Jason and Natalie

We've been following your blog daily and keeping your family in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss, but join our testimonies with yours that you will have your sweet baby girl with you again. Hang in there.

I am SO so sorry for your loss! As a mother to two young children I cannot even imagine what you must be feeling right now. What a blessing it is to have the knowledge that you will see Preslee again someday and that she will always be a part of your family. I have shed tears and prayed for Preslee but sometimes our prayers are answered in a way we don't want. Heavenly Father knows best and maybe in a few years you will be able to see the good that came from this situation. Already you have seen people come together, testimonies rekindled, and many lives touched, including mine. Thank you for being such great examples to so many people. Know that you aren't alone in this and there are people that want to help ease the pain. So many people care about you and your family. My family is still praying for you and I know that Heavenly Father will give you comfort. May God bless your family!--The Tietjens

People come into this world with a purpose. We don't know what that is, and we don't know when that purpose will be fulfilled, but I strongly believe that your beautiful little girl has done more in her short time on earth than anyone could hope to do in a lifetime. Her story, her fight for life, has reached thousands of people and has changed countless lives, and will continue to do so. My gut has been in knots, and my heart torn apart, for all that you are going through. A friend of mine also lost their little girl early from this life, and the family had me in awe. They all wore white to her funeral instead of the traditional black. The father spoke and said, "We do not mourn the loss of our child, but celebrate her life and the opportunity we had of knowing her for as long as we did. She has touched so many lives and we would never trade the time we were allowed to have with her." Celebrate Preslee's life. Celebrate knowing all the lives she has touched, all the families that she has brought closer together, and most of all, all the people she has brought closer to her Heavenly Father. Do not be sad for her. She could not be happier where she is. She will always be with you and watching over you. Be happy knowing she stands in Heaven holding His hand. She has fulfilled her purpose in life. She was born onto this earth at this time for something greater than anyone could have hoped for. Be proud of Preslee, and remember that when you see her again, she will be running into your arms and welcoming you home. The EMS community here in Salt Lake is a little more quiet today and holds you in their thoughts and hearts. Be strong.

I just stumbled upon your blog and have been sobbing for the last 20 minutes. You two are so strong, Pres was lucky to have amazing parents for her short stay on Earth. You can bet she is sitting on Heavenly Father's lap with that same cute smile I see in all your pictures waiting for the two of you. It goes without saying that she was a special little girl, I wish I could have met her.

I don't know you, but I do live in Rexburg and would love to help any way possible. Please, let me know if I can be of any assistance to your family.

Your family and your sweet little daughter have touched thousands over the past few days. I know we all wish we could be there to hug you. If there was anywhere I would want my babies to be, other than in my arms, it would be safe in the arms of their Heavenly Father.

I am a complete stranger to you but I wanted to let you know that your family has been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. When you are feeling alone please look back at all these comments and know that we wont forget Preslee and we will continue to pray for your little family.

I wanted to tell you I am so sorry about the loss of your princess. I am at a loss for words, I am crying as I look through your pictures and see what a sweet baby girl she is and she will be missed My daughter and I prayed daily for the best outcome for Preslee and I know it was all in Heavenly Father's hands. We will continue to pray for comfort and peace for your family.

Thank you sharing your journey through this hard time. I have held my daughter a little tighter and moments with her mean more then they ever did!

My thoughts and prayers are with you now. I pray for peace for your whole family. Stay strong and help each other through the rough road you have ahead of you. I'm am just so very sad to about Preslee....

We had a friend that recently passed away. We attended his funeral and I realized how much he was able to do as I saw the filled up pews. My life has definitely changed and I am so glad for that. I am sad for the loss of his friendship but his example lives on and I am glad for that. I can't imagine what you are feeling, as I have two little girls, but I know that they are blessings that we have been entrusted with. They are not really ours, just a blessing, an angel on loan. I hope that you are able to find what you need at this time. The Lord has blessed you and as I have read will continue to bless the angels that have been little Preslee's parents. Good luck and may God bless you with comfort and peace.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She is now among the angels in Heaven. Thank you for being so strong and opening your blog/story to so many strangers. It has touched my heart and made me renew a promise to never take a day with my little girl for granted. I'm sure as you have more children, Preslee will give them a kiss on the cheek before she sends them off to your arms.

I am so sorry. Even with the gospel knowledge that we have, it's hard to accept this outcome. May God bless and comfort you, and walk with you through this most difficult time. And remember, you may have to accept this, but you never have to be okay with it. My prayers are with you.

I just had to comment to tell you how much your family has been on my mind. I was so sad to see this post and to know Preslee was only to be here on earth for such a short time. Preslee's great-grandpa is my stake president and you know some of my in-laws well. Our ward has been praying for Preslee and for your whole family. Your strength is amazing and humbling. I am so sorry for your loss and will hug my children a little longer tonight. I know our Father in Heaven has a plan and I know your family will always have a special angel watching over and helping all of you.

Pat and Sidd, We are so deeply sorry for your loss, but your little preslee is now in such a beautiful place. She has touched and changed so many lives and strengthened so many people, and truely returned to our Heavenly Father with such Honor knowing she impacted so very many lives for the better! We love you both so much.

My heart is breaking for all of you guys right now, I had checked the blog earlier today and have been praying so hard that Preslee would get better. We will probably never meet but just know that someone in Airdrie Alberta is thinking about you.

I am so so sorry for your loss!!!! May our Heavenly Father wrap his arms around you!!!!! love your sweetie family and will keep you in our prayers!!! I wish I could give you each a hug and help to hold you up during this time, I know our Heavenly Father is doing that at this time and that brings me great comfort!!!! Love and hugs Tifani CLuffSafford AZ

I felt compelled to leave my sympathies here. You don't know me, and I don't know you, but your story is out there, and has touched so many, including me. As I took my 3-yr-old to the zoo today, I found myself wondering if you were sitting by your daughter's side, and how she was doing. I am so very sorry for the pain you must be feeling. Know that people are thinking of you and praying for you.

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I am deeply touched by your grace and strength throughout this unfortunate time. May you find comfort that little Preslee is with the Lord and will be there waiting for you in the future. From one mother to another I send you my biggest hugs and know that you and your family will be in my prayers for a long period to come. Bless little Preslee and blessings to you and your husband.

Ashley I am so deeply sorry for your loss, she is safe now and peaceful!! May god bless you through this time, I love you and am praying for you!! Thank you Preslee for showing me the way that I need to go!

Thank you for sharing your sweet little girls story during this horrible time. Thank you for your strong faith and testimony. I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart aches for what you are having to deal with. A friend of mine has this poem on his headstone.

I rewrote it for your little one:

Don't think of her as gone away, her journey's just begun.Life holds so many facets, earth is only one.But think of her as living in the hearts of those she touched.For nothing loved is every lost and she was loved so much.

You have all touched and changed our lives forever. We love you and are just grateful that we were able to meet beautiful Preslee at a few Sullenger family gatherings. May God continue showering His love on your family in the days and months to come and may angels surround you through this difficult time.

Thank-you for the courage and willingness to share Preslee's story. We think you are all incredible people.

I'm sorry that I am posting on your blog, I don't know you and you don't know me. I live in Rexburg and heard you story through Facebook. I wanted to let you know that I will be praying for your family. I have never lost a child but I have lost a brother and a sister. Now that I am a mother I know there could be no greater pain then loosing a child. I also wanted to give you 2 web addresses. One is a Mother that lost her almost 2 year old child, and then second is her web page she has set up. I would encourage you to keep blogging, although hard. The road is long, Please read Molly's Blog, she is grew up in Rexburg.

Oh Patrick and Ashley my family and I are so sorry for your loss. I know nothing we or anyone else can say, can compensate for that loss, but I also hope you will find comfort in these inspired teachings from Elder Dallin H Oaks regarding priesthood blessings, faith, and varying outcomes. (from last April's General Conference)

Love you guys,Drexel, Dave and family

Elder Oaks:(Will of the Lord)Young men and older men, please take special note of what I will say now. As we exercise the undoubted power of the priesthood of God and as we treasure His promise that He will hear and answer the prayer of faith, we must always remember that faith and the healing power of the priesthood cannot produce a result contrary to the will of Him whose priesthood it is. This principle is taught in the revelation directing that the elders of the Church shall lay their hands upon the sick. The Lord’s promise is that “he that hath faith in me to be healed, and is not appointed unto death, shall be healed” (D&C 42:48; emphasis added). Similarly, in another modern revelation the Lord declares that when one “asketh according to the will of God . . . it is done even as he asketh” (D&C 46:30).14From all of this we learn that even the servants of the Lord, exercising His divine power in a circumstance where there is sufficient faith to be healed, cannot give a priesthood blessing that will cause a person to be healed if that healing is not the will of the Lord.As children of God, knowing of His great love and His ultimate knowledge of what is best for our eternal welfare, we trust in Him. The first principle of the gospel is faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and faith means trust. I felt that trust in a talk my cousin gave at the funeral of a teenage girl who had died of a serious illness. He spoke these words, which first astonished me and then edified me: “I know it was the will of the Lord that she die. She had good medical care. She was given priesthood blessings. Her name was on the prayer roll in the temple. She was the subject of hundreds of prayers for her restoration to health. And I know that there is enough faith in this family that she would have been healed unless it was the will of the Lord to take her home at this time.” I felt that same trust in the words of the father of another choice girl whose life was taken by cancer in her teen years. He declared, “Our family’s faith is in Jesus Christ and is not dependent on outcomes.” Those teachings ring true to me. We do all that we can for the healing of a loved one, and then we trust in the Lord for the outcome.I testify of the power of the priesthood of God, of the power of the prayer of faith, and of the truth of these principles. Most of all, I testify of the Lord Jesus Christ, whose servants we are, whose Resurrection gives us the assurance of immortality, and whose Atonement gives us the opportunity for eternal life, the greatest of all the gifts of God, in the name of Jesus Christ, amen

Sending my heart felt condolences to your family. Every time I look at pictures of your sweet little Preslee I see my own little girl who is just 2 months younger. I admire the strength you have exhibited during this very difficult time. Families are forever, and you will always be Preslee's mommy and daddy--- she will always be your little girl. XOXOXO

May the lord comfort you in your time of sorrow. Please know that you will be in our prayers. Love you Pat--Today was the first day that I visited your site, and the first to see your beautiful little girl. You will always be a father!! I haven't met Ashley, but I can feel her spirit and strength through the written word. Know that the lord is with you always.Love, Belinda and Mike Kunz

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. What has happened is unimaginable. Last night I was talking to my husband about Preslee. I asked him why. Why something like this could happen. He told me that Heavenly Father has a perfect plan and while it's hard to understand why things happen, Heavenly Father knows what he is doing. It will all be okay one day. It makes my heart full of joy to know that you are sealed to Preslee. You have not lost her. She is yours forever. She is waiting for you. She is with Heavenly Father right now. She is happy. She is not in pain. She is perfect.

I am so sorry. Hopefully the tears and prayers of so many friends, family, and strangers will provide you with the peace and strength you need. I lost my big brother, a 27 year old father of 3, this past December when a tree fell on him while camping. The heartache is at times unbearable, but the peace I have from the knowledge of the Gospel is such a blessing. The loss of a child is the greatest of all. I have experienced great sorrow but would never compare it to what you are going through. How lucky you are to have had an angel in your home for 18 months. Now that angel will forever be with you helping guide you through this life. Preslee is yours forever. She is a beautiful little girl. I gained so much strength reading comments on my blog from countless people when my brother died. How wonderful it was to know that someone can touch the hearts and lives of so many. Preslee was able to accomplish more greatness in 18 months than most people accomplish in a 85 years. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers. Much love.

You dont know me but i found little preslee's story and have prayed endlessly for her and all of your family. thank you for sharing preslee's story with the world. preslee's story has made me take a step back and realize that there are so many moments i have taken for granted, but no more. thank you so much and i continue to pray for you and your family. may you find peace in knowing that she is with heavenly father and you will see her again some day. so sorry for your loss

I am so so sorry my heart feels broken right now and I have never met you. YOu have been my mind and prayers all week. I think it has hit me so hard because I also have a little Preslie, she is 2 months older than your little one. She is also a beautiful, happy little blond hair, blue eye girl. I look at your Pres and just think of my own Pres. we live in pocatello and I want you to know if you ever need to hold a Preslee you let me know. What a blessing to know that families are forever, you have experienced what I can only imagine is the worst thing someone can go through and I will continue to pray for your family everyday. Your little Preslee must of been too special to live in this world. I do not know you but I really do love you all and wish you the best.

I am so so sorry my heart feels broken right now and I have never met you. YOu have been my mind and prayers all week. I think it has hit me so hard because I also have a little Preslie, she is 2 months older than your little one. She is also a beautiful, happy little blond hair, blue eye girl. I look at your Pres and just think of my own Pres. we live in pocatello and I want you to know if you ever need to hold a Preslee you let me know. What a blessing to know that families are forever, you have experienced what I can only imagine is the worst thing someone can go through and I will continue to pray for your family everyday. Your little Preslee must of been too special to live in this world. I do not know you but I really do love you all and wish you the best.

May Heavenly Father bless and comfort your family. My heart goes out to you. How blessed we are to know that our time here on this earth is short but eternity is forever. So sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

My hear is aching for you and your loss tonight. I have prayed this week that you may have comfort and I will continue to pray for your comfort and peace. God is closer to you now and he is watching you through this with Preslee. You have blessed me with a stronger testimony and to appreciate each day. I send love and prayers from a stranger. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless and much love.

I came across your blog accidently two days ago. Since that time I have been checking this site in the morning and afternoon to see how your sweet girl was doing. I have been completely touched and amazed by your strength as a couple and as leaders (although it was not intentionally) to your many supporters. I hope memories, your faith and all the love that surrounds you brings you comfort during this difficult time. With love and prayers,Jennifer V.

Ash and Pat i cant even put into words how deeply sorry i am for you guys. I could never think of loosing my child, Preslee was an amazing little angel and had such a sweet spirit. She will never be forgotten, thank goodness that families are together forever and you guys will see her again. She will be looking out for you guys, my prayers go out to you and your families. Love you guys, and thanks for sharing her with us, Preslee has made an impact on so many of us and make us want to do and be better. Love Lacey

Patrick and Ashley, I am sorry for your loss. My mom was the one that came to visit you and bring the blanket from the girls at Be The Best You. She had a wonderful experience meeting you and being with Preslee. She told you my story about my little girl. I wish I knew why Heavenly Father chooses to take one and leave the other. I was so praying that He would choose to heal Preslee and let her stay on earth. He did choose to heal her, just not in the way that we wished for. She will always be with you and will be a comfort to you in times of sadness. We have the great comfort in knowing that families are indeed forever and that you will be with your angel again someday. That however does not erase the pain that you must be feeling now. Continued prayers for you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are truly blessed to have had such a perfect soul be placed in your care.

This sweet little child has made a big impact in the lives of many. What a mission she fulfilled while on this earth! I know nothing can be said to make this any less painful, but what a blessing to know she's yours forever and one day you will have a sweet reunion with your little monkey. We will continue to pray for you Pat and Ashley and all your family that you will have strength, peace, and comfort you need to make it through this hard time. Heavenly Father loves his little children and is probably having a sweet reunion with Preslee. I'm reminded of the picture with the savior holding a little girl on his knee showing her a butterfly. I could see him doing that with her. I'm sure she has already touched the hearts of many on the other side. What an angel. Thanks for sharing her with us. We will forever be changed.

God bless you and your family as you deal with the loss of such an Angel on Earth. Your little Preslee looks so much like my beautiful little daughter - I have shed many tears for you and your family. My mother's heart just breaks for you, Ashley.

Your faith has given me faith. A family friend had a baby pass away several years ago and he said that he now has no choice but to live righteously because he knows that his daughter has gone on to the highest exaltation and he wants to be there with her. Perhaps this is just one of many of Preslee's gift to you. She is waiting.

I don't know you, I'm a friend of a friend, but I've been praying so hard for you and your family and waiting for the updates. Know you have so much love and support, even from people you don't know who are thousands of miles away. I'm crying with you right now.

We lost our baby a few months ago, and I know the pain, and the extreme comfort and peace too, that you're feeling. For me, I love knowing that my son is with Heavenly Father, doing something much greater than he could ever do here. I love thinking too that he is always watching over our family and protecting us. When you miss sweet little Preslee, go to the temple. I can tell you without doubt, she will be there.

"I stand all amazed at the love Jesus offers me" and all of you. I am lifted even in the sadness that has come to pass. My testimony has been struggling for the past few years. I have not shared that fact with anyone. Not even my husband. I know that this is the worst days in your life. I know that right now none of this makes sense. I do know that it will. I do have that faith even through my personal low times. Your example has helped me to remember the Gospel of Jesus Christ is the only way that we can have peace. The peace that brings us knowledge that you will hold Preslee and raise her.I thank you for your strength, your willingness to share, for the love and support everyone has shown to your family. I makes me remember how good we can be when we love as Christ loved. Thanks Aunt Nic. for the updates. We felt your love through your words. We know you have many family members on both sides of your families. I do know you and have been privledged to do so. This experience has been a very spiritual one, for this reason alone I will remain anonimous. I thank God for you, and for His plan.I am in awe.

I am so sorry for your loss. Sweet little Preslee has touched so many lives and I know she will forever change mine. Your faith and strength has touched me deeply. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. This isn't "Goodbye" its simply "See you later"

There is such a sacred feeling on this blog. Saying I'm sorry just doesn't feel adequate, but I truly am sorry for your loss and heartache. We will continue to pray for you. I think our prayers were answered...just not how we all hoped. Perhaps the miracle received was the mission she came to serve...and she did it perfectly and in less time than it takes most of us. You are such a beautiful family and it brings peace and joy to know you will be reunited with your Preslee again. I pray the Lord will continue to bless you until that sweet day. Thank you for all you have shared.

Since I heard about your story, I have been praying and thinking about your little one constantly. She has touched more lives in her short time on this earth, than most do in a lifetime. She is so beautiful, so perfect, and she is wrapped in the arms of a loving Heavenly Father. My prayers will continue for you and your family. You are an amazing couple and wonderful parents.

I just saw your blog today, and I want you to know that I am shedding some heartfelt tears for you. We came close to loosing our baby girl when she was born. Your little one has inspired so many of us. Furthermore, you and your amazing husband and the faith and testimony that you two have shared are just so uplifting! God bless you and your family. Families really are forever.

You don't know me, but I wanted to let you know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. My heart aches for you, I too have a Preslee that is 18 months old and I can not stop thinking about your little Preslee. I am so sorry for your loss, you truly have one beautiful celestial angel watching over you now. May you have the peace that our Heavenly Father provides in the days, months, and years to come.

I came across this scripture during a tough time following the death of a loved one- it has given me comfort and hope that it gives you a measure of the Savior's comfort.

Enos 1:27And I soon go to the place of my arest, which is with my Redeemer; for I know that in him I shall brest. And I rejoice in the day when my cmortal shall put on dimmortality, and shall stand before him; then shall I see his face with pleasure, and he will say unto me: Come unto me, ye blessed, there is a place prepared for you in the emansions of my Father. Amen.

I have no doubt that she was welcomed as a "blessed" daughter of God. Preslee we love you!

We hope that you will feel the Savior's arms today and throughout mortality.

Although we have never met, your story has touched my heart. I am so very sorry for your loss. I am thankful for your testimony and your courage through this trial. It has strengthened my testimony. My the Lord bless you and your family during this difficult time in your life. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Ashley, Jared and I our sorry about what happened with little Preslee. She looks and sounded like such a precious gift from our Heavenly Father. We have been touched by your strength and understanding of how God works. We will continue to pray for you and Pat and hope you truly feel comforted by your new personal angel. Eternal Families are for real and she will be waiting with opened arms to be held and kissed again by her beautiful mother and father. Love the Ostermiller

I hardly know what to write. My husband commented on me reading a total stranger's blog last night. I told him that it just hits so close to home. We love our children. We watch over them, play with them, teach them. They are our everything, yet they can be taken from us in an instant. I've had little Preslee on my mind and in my prayers for the last few days. I've cried many times for your sweet little one. You're right about her having a special calling here on earth. I'm among the many whose testimony has been strengthend because of her. Thank- you to you, your family, and to little Preslee. God bless.

I have struggled with understanding why Heavenly Father allows us to feel unbearable heartbreak and sorry in loosing someone. I am reminded of a story told by Pres. Monson about a woman who in trying to get home after the war, burried everyone of her children, the last digging her baby's grave with her fingers. I could not imagine her sorrow and lonliness. I again contemplated why and the thought came to me of the millions of people who heard her story and changed their lives. I look at your blog and think of your heart breaking story and how it has changed me, how it has turned me to our Father and also how it has made me a better mother. But it isn't just me, there are countless others. I am so so very sorry for your loss. Even though you are a forever family, getting through the days here on earth can be long and I pray that when things quiet down and you are forced to go back to work and school that the angels that are with you now will stay close to you. When it seems like life is going on around you, like nothing has changed but for youeverything has and no one notices or stops, know that I know, that we know, all of us who are stronger and better, will know that you have a preciouse baby girl named Preslee and that her story and your strength has changed our lives in a way that has saved many of us. Thank you, may God continue to bless and comfort you forever.

My heart is broken after reading the latest entry. Precious Preslee is such a beautiful little girl and will now live in Heaven. I only came upon your story yesterday but have kept your baby in prayer.Ashley you are truly amazing to have such a strong faith. I do not think I could be as brave as you have been.Patrick..you will ALWAYS be Preslee's Daddy. This was God's plan and please do not let your parents blame themselves.Please do not stop blogging...my life is for ever changed now by complete strangers and a beautiful Angel. I will continue to keep you entire family in my prayers. I am in South GA.

i remember listening to you talk about your sweet little angel in pe methods during the winter semester, and i could tell how much love you had for her. so very sorry for your loss. may you find comfort in knowing families are for ever, and feel heavenly father's arms wrapped tightly around you and patrick at this time.

I am amazed by the strength and testimonies of you and your family. Thank you for sharing this experience and for strengthening my personal testimony. Your story, and Preslee's life, have and will touch so many people. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

I have been praying for you these past few days. I am so very, very sorry for your loss. So sorry. I will now pray that Heavenly Father will give you the strength you will need in the coming days and weeks and months and years. God bless you.

My heart is just aching for you and your family right now. Jeff & I will continue to pray for the spirit to be with you as you continue to go through this rough time. We admire you for your strength and testimony!

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I pray you find comfort in knowing that Preslee is home in her Heavenly Father's arms watching over you. What a blessing it is to know that you have an eternal family and know you will be with your sweet little girl again. Heather Talley (Chelsea Beckstrand's friend)

I hadn't heard about your story and I found you by another blog who has you posted and I am sitting here after going back to the beginning of this ordeal and I am crying my eyes out. They say that God does everything for a reason and it may take a while for that reason to come to light but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Great big hugs the size of Texas to all of you.

I'm so sorry for your loss. My family will continue to pray for yours. Preslee gave me so much hope in my time of despair this week. She is in a safer place now. Thank you for lifting my spirits little one.

Families are Forever ... what an appropriate title. What a blessing to know that this sweet, beautiful girl is yours for eternity. As I have been reading your blog this past week, I have been absolutely AMAZED and forever changed by your faith, strength, and love for your little girl and each other. I am in awe of you both. Never in my life has my desire to become active, and be sealed to my family for eternity been so strong. I will be forever grateful to your family, and especially your little angel. My thoughts, prayers, and MUCH love are with your family.

I have never had the chance to meet Preslee, but I have fallen in love with her sweet spirit through this blog. Your family and your faith has astounded us. Through hearing about your experience it has made me cherish every moment that I have/will have to share with my own daughter. Your family has taken this tragic experience and grown very strong spiritually. Thank you very much for sharing your lives and personal testimonies with us.

I don't even have a clue who you are. One of my friends on Facebook posted your story, and I have been following it since. I can't even begin to imagine the emotions that you have gone through in the past week. I truly admire your strength and willingness to submit to the Lord's plans, even when they weren't the ones you thought were in store for you. Your strength truly inspires me. I wish you well. You will continue to be in my prayers and in my thoughts.

I don't know you, but I just want to hug and cry with you. I am so sorry! We really are so blessed to know that you will hold her little body again, and she will be perfect and just the way you remember her. I will continue to pray for your family.

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart is breaking right now. Your baby was truly an angel who fulfilled a huge mission in her short time on Earth. Your faith and commitment to the Gospel have help me renew my own faith. I believe that as you have more children, Preslee will tell them what a special home they will be going to. What wonderful, righteous and strong parents they are going to and how lucky they are. I found comfort reading a book by Lance Richardson "The Message". I will continue to pray for you and your families. Thank you for sharing your special angel with all of us. She has help bring me "out of the world" and renew my commitment to the covenants I made in the Temple. Love to you all.

I am also from Rexburg Idaho I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your story is inspiring as is your faith you are all very much loved and have our prayers and thoughts. She is a beautiful angel girl may your minds and hearts be filled with the peace that families are forever.

Sullengers; I am so sorry for ur loss. I cant imagine how u must feel. She has been a strong little girl to fight for so long. Its truly amazing how much ur blog has touched my heart and many others as well. U are a strong mother and father to be able to deal with such heart break. She is in great arms being with heavenly father. I will keep praying for your family to stay strong and she will always be watching over you, and she will always love her family. I live in rexburg id, and I will still read ur blog to see how ur family is doing, and once again Im so sorry for your loss. Stay strong, she was a beautiful angel.

“In a beautiful lagoon on a clear day, a fine sailing ship spreads its brilliant white canvas in a fresh morning breeze and sails out to the open sea. We watch her glide away magnificently through the deep blue and gradually see her grow smaller and smaller as she nears the horizon. Finally, where the sea and the sky meet, she slips silently from sight and someone near me whispers, “there, she is gone.” Gone where? Gone from sight-that is all. She is still as large in mast and hull and sail, still just as able to bear her load. And we can be sure, that just as we say…there she is gone…another is saying…”look! There she is….she is coming!”

I'm sorry for your family's loss. What a sweet spirit Preslee was- I can feel her and I dont even know her. I am a better mother and daughter of God because of her and because you shared this with me. Thank you for the amazing amount of growth and learning that occured in me this past week. You are in my prayers.-LizMother of a 1yr old girl in Ohio

I am so, so sorry. This is so tragic it makes me feel physically sick. I lost my little girl at 26 weeks pregnant a couple months ago, and although I would NEVER compare that to losing your sweet Preslee, I have a teeny tiny bit of understanding of what you must be feeling. The strength you are showing is truly inspiring. I'll be praying for you and your family. Preslee truly was a beautiful, beautiful little girl.

Oh how my heart aches. 10 months ago, on Labor Day 2010 our beautiful daughter Jalayne Grace went to be with Jesus after drowning. I'm so sorry for the pain that you feel now and will always feel. Know that you are loved by many. Presley will continue to touch lives in ways you never imagined. It's so terribly hard to understand. God is good and God does good.......all the time. Weeping with you tonight. The HolmesJim, Karol, Jamee, Grant, Jade, Brock, Moise and our angel Laynee Grace

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your little monkey.I don't know your family personally, but I have been praying for you.I am so impressed and inspired by your faith. Your family is so beautiful. You have taught me a lot about love and faith.Thank you.Susan

I'm so sorry you lost your sweet little girl. It's so hard to understand and all the Why's ? I know that God has his reasons. I'm praying and thinking of you in the days to come. Again I'm so sorry for your loss.

I can't begin to explain how heartbroken I am for you and Pat. You are both so brave, faithful and inspiring. I have always admired you for your sweet smile and your ability to make me feel like we'd been friends for years just days after we met. You have made an unthinkable sacrifice, and I care for you and admire you more than I can possibly express.

I never had the chance to meet Preslee, but she has changed my life this week. I had lost perspective on what is important, but through constant prayers for Preslee, my testimony has been strengthened, and my appreciation for the Atonement increased.

I have called my mom every day for the past week to share the blog updates with her. She lay awake for two hours last night thinking about you. She and I have been reminded of the incredible blessings of eternal families, and we have felt Heavenly Father's love for you, Pat and sweet Preslee.

I continue to pray for you and will always be grateful for our friendship.

I don't know you and you don't know me, but I am aching for you. You are so strong, and our Father in Heaven knows that- thank you for your faith and testimony, it is an example to me. How blessed we are to know with a sureity that you will see her, oh so soon.

My heart breaks as I think about this last week for you. but how comforting it is to know where little Preslee is. I am and forever will be amazed by the strength your entire family has shown this last week. Your little Preslee has touched my heart and changed my soul in a way no one could. Sending love and many many prayers your way

I hope that in this day you managed to find a moment of joy and peace in your family. No doubt the days ahead will be a great challenge, please know that the prayers that have been given on behalf of your family over the past while will continue. You have inspired and blessed the lives of so many through your faithfulness and love. No doubt Preslee has done more good in her short time here than can be comprehended. She must be a truly choice spirit for her Father in Heaven to need her home so quickly. God be with you 'til you meet again...

Oh no, I am so very, very saddened by this news. I am weeping uncontrolable at your loss. Preslee indeed touched many people during this time, and I am one of them. Not even knowing your family, I have felt so connected in my prayers for you.

I cannot begin to comprehend how your heart is torn. I know that God will lift you up when you are down, but just remember, it's still okay to be weak when you need to be. He meets us when we're standing up, but especially when we're on our knees.

I am continuing to cover your family in prayer fervently. I am broken over this myself. Please know that you have gained many new friends through this tragedy, and more importantly, prayer warriors on your behalf.

May God keep you under His wing throughout the difficult days ahead. Your family has shown amazing faith, and you've been such a light to others.

Hi, we're the Sullengers! Life turned upside down for us in 2010 when we lost our daughter in an accidental drowning. Since then, we've documented our highs (life with all five of our kids) and our lows (struggles with grief) but amongst everthing we've experienced, we know as long as we hold on to one another we can get through anything that comes our way. Read More. . .